Ponderosa Elementary vs Taft Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Oregon, United States, 237 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ponderosa Elementary
Bend · Public elementary · Grades K–5
464 students
Taft Elementary School
Lincoln City · Public elementary · Grades 3–6
464 students
| Measure | Ponderosa Elementary Bend, Oregon | Taft Elementary School Lincoln City, Oregon |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 57 Top 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #138 of 678 | #629 of 678 |
| National rank | #20018 of 50,301 | #46628 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 3–6 |
| Students | 464 | 464 |
| Enrollment | 464 | 464 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 48.1% | 90.9% |
| Students per teacher | 20.2 | 20.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 60% | 34% |
| Math proficiency | 55% | 23% |
| city | Bend | Lincoln City |
| state | Oregon | Oregon |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ponderosa Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (57.4 vs 17.0).
- •Ponderosa Elementary does better on math proficiency (55% vs 23%).
- •Ponderosa Elementary does better on reading proficiency (60% vs 34%).
- •Ponderosa Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (48.1% vs 90.9%).
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Ponderosa Elementary better than Taft Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Ponderosa Elementary ranks higher (57.4 vs 17.0 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Ponderosa Elementary and Taft Elementary School?
About 237 km in a straight line, between Bend and Lincoln City in Oregon.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ponderosa Elementary: 464. Taft Elementary School: 464. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ponderosa Elementary and Taft Elementary School rank in Oregon?
Ponderosa Elementary is 138th of 678 and Taft Elementary School is 629th of 678 among elementary schools in Oregon on the 2025 Success Index (US).